Preschool Teacher PRN

For more than 126 years, Epworth Children's Home has grown and adapted to the individual needs of children and families by providing a safe and nurturing environment, evidence-based practices, and programs across the continuum of care and across the state of South Carolina.

Position Summary:

Provides supervision, direct instruction, positive interaction and nurture for the children in the classroom setting. Only when needed.

Primary Performance Objectives

• Prepares morning snack for the children.
• Sets up classroom for circle and snack time activities at the appropriate times.
• Washes and sterilizes dishes, bibs, toys, etc. as per DHEC regulations and instructions from teachers.
• Cleans the classrooms, bathroom and kitchen daily.
• Assists in the supervision and developmental interventions with the children as per instructions of the teachers.

Job Task Summary

• Understands and follows personnel policies and practices as outlined in the Policy and Procedure Manual.
• Cleans classrooms, kitchen and bathrooms daily.
• Prepares snacks according to the daily menu planned by the Head Teacher.
• Assists teachers in setting up classrooms for activities.
• Assists in supervision and instruction of the children
• The above list is not all-inclusive. The Head Teacher may assign other duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma.
• Previous experience with pre-school aged children.
• Experience and / or training with children who have developmental delays/disabilities is preferred.
• Must be able to pass standard background checks: SLED, DSS Central Registry, Sex Offenders Registry, employment physical, and drug test.
• Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church.

What Epworth Children's Home offers full time employees:

Rewarding Client Focused work environment

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

Company paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, Group life

403(b) with company match

Ample vacation and sick leave

Mission/Volunteer leave

Credit Union

Employee Assistance Program

Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Career opportunities throughout the state of SC!

The mission of Epworth Children's Home is to serve children, youth and families through caring, safe, Christian communities, where hurts are healed, hope is nurtured, and faith in God, self, and others is developed.